— After a successful inaugural year, Wichita State University’s Spero program is entering its second year. Spero—Latin for “hope”—helps individuals achieve lasting independence through skill-building and access to meaningful employment. Participants complete employer- and market-oriented training that leads to micro-credentials, making Spero the first micro-credential program in WSU’s history and the first 1EdTech TrustEd Micro-credential program in the world.
— The Center for Management Development (CMD) and Executive Education at Wichita State University’s W. Frank Barton School of Business is continuing its Executive Education Series for industry leaders and executives.
— The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University is proud to announce Michael Horn as the keynote speaker for its Fall 2025 James Schwartz Distinguished Speaker Series. Horn is the author of several influential works, including the national bestseller Job Moves: 9 Steps for Making Progress in Your Career.
— The award-winning Widener Global Leaders Program (WGLP) is proud to announce an exciting expansion as it enters its fifth year—welcoming Wichita State University students majoring in business, communication, music, or fine arts. This strategic growth reflects our continued commitment to developing the next generation of global leaders.
— The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Chris Broberg as Interim Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship (CFE). Dr. Broberg currently serves as Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship and Associate Dean for Faculty and Research within the Barton School. We extend our sincere gratitude to Nancy Kersenbrock for her service as Interim Director. She will return to her longstanding role as Associate Director of the Center, a position she has held since 2015.
— Since its opening in 2020, Woolsey Hall has welcomed tens of thousands of visitors—from students and faculty to architectural, artistic, and recreational enthusiasts. As the proud home of the W. Frank Barton School of Business, it continues to captivate individuals from around the globe. Over the weekend of May 31, that number grew significantly, as more than 5,000 guests toured the grounds to experience the Kay Woolsey Gardens, one of six featured locations in the Annual Garden Tour sponsored by the Sedgwick County Extension Office’s Master Gardener Program.
— The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University is proud to foster accessibility and creativity through its ongoing collaboration with the Envision Arts Program — an initiative by Envision, a nonprofit committed to creating opportunities and transforming lives for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. In an effort to foster creativity and celebrate diverse artistic perspectives, Woolsey Hall featured two visually impaired artists in installations spanning the 2024-2025 academic year, highlighting the transformative power of touchable and interactive art.
— The W. Frank Barton School of Business is proud to announce the reappointment of Dr. Christine Porter as Director of the School of Accountancy at Wichita State University. This will be Porter’s second consecutive term. She will serve in the role for three years.
